Managing financial affairs for someone else
Learn how to assume a role as a financial caregiver and understand the legal implications involved.
How to build credit
Understand how credit works and learn ways to help build and improve your credit score.
Financial goals by age: a decade-by-decade approach
Help meet your financial goals and stay on track for retirement with these age-based saving tips.
What to do if you lose your job
Whether you file for unemployment or rethink health insurance options, consider these steps to take if you lose a job.
Personal net worth
A personal net worth statement is a snapshot of your financial health. This article provides a worksheet and explains what should be included.
Take time to create a financial emergency plan
It's hard to plan for the worst when times are good, but if a financial emergency strikes, you'll be happy you did.
How to avoid credit card interest
Learn about credit card interest and consider these tips on ways to help avoid, reduce and manage it when using a credit card.
Do I need a financial advisor?
What does a financial advisor do and when do I need one? Learn more about financial professionals and when to use them with these insights.
How do annuities work?
An annuity could be a valuable addition to your retirement plan. Here's how they work and what they are.
Advantages of mutual funds
Mutual funds can make investing feel more manageable by combining professional management with built-in diversification. Before you invest, it helps to understand how they work, what they may offer and what drawbacks to consider.
Basics of investing
Are you new to investing and wondering where to start? You’re not alone. The world of investing can be an intimidating place. However, learning the basic terms and concepts can be a good place to start.
How long to keep documents before shredding
Do you know how long to keep tax records, bank statements, utility bills and other important documents? Here are some suggestions to help.
Financial wellness tips to help improve your financial future
Get ahead and learn how to improve financial wellness through simple spending, saving and budgeting tips.
What are bond funds?
Bond funds are investment funds, typically mutual funds or exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which pool money to buy a variety of bonds. They’re often used to generate income and add diversification, but their value can still go up or down when interest rates change or when bond credit risk changes.
How do 529 plans work?
A 529 education savings plan is a tax-favored program operated by a state designed to help families save for future education costs.
Advantages of mutual funds
Mutual funds can make investing feel more manageable by combining professional management with built-in diversification. Before you invest, it helps to understand how they work, what they may offer and what drawbacks to consider.
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